The Death of Hello: Gen Z, AI Scams, and the End of Courtesy

A witty piece traces the word 'hello' back to historical greetings, explains how smartphones and caller ID have diminished the need for formal salutations, and notes Gen Z’s tendency to skip greetings on calls. It warns that AI voice cloning could mimic your voice from a greeting to scam loved ones, and advocates staying silent until you verify the caller—a cheeky closing that suggests “Hello is becoming obsolete” while advising against the classic “Ahoy-hoy.”